Suburban Station is the underground Regional Rail station beneath Penn Center at 16th Street and JFK Boulevard, one stop from Gray 30th St Station and linked by concourse to 15th St/City Hall, where you can pick up the L (Market-Frankford Line), the B and the T. The five hotels here are all within a quarter-mile of it, listed closest first, which makes them an easy base for an early train or a flight via the Airport Line.
How close is close? Walking to Suburban Station from each hotel
Suburban Station's street entrances are along JFK Boulevard between 15th and 17th Streets. From these hotels you reach them in roughly 3 to 5 minutes on foot, at street level, so bring an umbrella on wet days. 15th St/City Hall, for the L (Market-Frankford Line) and the B (Broad Street Line), is a 4- to 6-minute walk from four of the five; the Sheraton is closer to Race-Vine on the B.
Hotels near Suburban Station Philadelphia: side-by-side comparison
| Hotel | Stars | Guest score | Walk to Suburban Station | Nearest transit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Windsor Suites | 4 | 9.0 | ~3 min (0.12 mi) | Suburban Station (Regional Rail); 15th St/City Hall (L) |
| Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown | 4 | 8.5 | ~3 min (0.14 mi) | Suburban Station (Regional Rail); 15th St/City Hall (L) |
| The Westin Philadelphia | 4 | 8.7 | ~4 min (0.17 mi) | Suburban Station (Regional Rail); 15th St/City Hall (L) |
| Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square | 4 | 8.4 | ~4 min (0.20 mi) | Suburban Station (Regional Rail); 15th St/City Hall (L) |
| Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown | 3 | 9.0 | ~5 min (0.23 mi) | Suburban Station (Regional Rail); Race-Vine (B) |
Getting to 30th Street Station for Amtrak
- A taxi or rideshare from any of these hotels to Gray 30th St Station is a short ride across the Schuylkill River.
- SEPTA Regional Rail from Suburban Station reaches Gray 30th St Station in one stop. Tap on and tap off, or you're charged the maximum fare.
- The L (Market-Frankford Line) runs from 15th St/City Hall to Drexel Station at 30th St for $2.90.
- A SEPTA Key card costs $4.95, or tap a contactless card or phone to pay the same fare.
Airport and stadium trips from Suburban Station
Suburban Station is a stop on the Airport Line to Philadelphia International Airport. The fare from Suburban Station to the airport is $8.75 with a SEPTA Key card or contactless card, and trains run every 30 minutes on weekdays, so these hotels work well if you have an early or late flight and want to skip a taxi.
For games at Lincoln Financial Field or Citizens Bank Park, take the B (Broad Street Line) from 15th St/City Hall south to NRG Station.
The hotels
The Windsor Suites
1700 Ben Franklin Pkwy
9.04,373 reviews
6 min walk to 15th St/City Hall (L, B and T lines)At 0.12 miles from Suburban Station, The Windsor Suites is the closest of the five, about a 3-minute walk to the Regional Rail concourse.
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Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Downtown
1421 Arch St
8.5431 reviews
4 min walk to 15th St/City Hall (L, B and T lines)A 4-star Courtyard at 1421 Arch Street, 0.14 miles from Suburban Station, at a mid-range price.
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The Westin Philadelphia
99 S 17th St
8.7489 reviews
4 min walk to 15th St/City Hall (L, B and T lines)At 99 S. 17th Street, 0.17 miles from Suburban Station, with an 8.7 guest score and a 4-minute walk to 15th St/City Hall.
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Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
1800 Market St
8.42,438 reviews
6 min walk to 15th St/City Hall (L, B and T lines)On Market Street at 18th, 0.20 miles from Suburban Station, a 4-star hotel with an 8.4 guest score at a competitive price.
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Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown
201 North 17th Street
9.0655 reviews
5 min walk to Race-Vine (B, Broad Street Line)A 3-star hotel with a 9.0 guest score on North 17th Street, 0.23 miles from Suburban Station and a 5-minute walk from Race-Vine.
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Suburban Station from these hotels?＋
The five hotels are 0.12 to 0.23 miles from Suburban Station, roughly 3 to 5 minutes on foot along flat Center City sidewalks.
Can I take SEPTA from Suburban Station to Philadelphia International Airport?＋
Yes. The SEPTA Airport Line stops at Suburban Station and runs to the airport every 30 minutes on weekdays. The fare is $8.75 with a SEPTA Key card, or $11.00 if you buy your ticket on board.
How do I get from these hotels to Gray 30th St Station for Amtrak?＋
Regional Rail from Suburban Station to Gray 30th St Station is one stop west. You can also ride the L (Market-Frankford Line) from 15th St/City Hall one stop west to Drexel Station at 30th St for $2.90, or take a short taxi ride.
Do any of these hotels have a shuttle to Suburban Station or 30th Street Station?＋
We haven't found a hotel shuttle to either station for these five hotels. Suburban Station is a 3- to 5-minute walk from all of them, so walking is quicker than any shuttle would be.
What does a SEPTA trip cost from Suburban Station?＋
A Metro trip on the L, B or T costs $2.90. Regional Rail fares depend on the zone; the Airport Line to PHL is $8.75. A SEPTA Key card costs $4.95, and a One Day Convenience Pass is $7.50 for up to 8 bus and Metro rides.
Which of these hotels has the highest guest score?＋
The Windsor Suites and the Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown both have a guest score of 9.0, the highest of the five. The Windsor Suites is also the closest to Suburban Station at 0.12 miles.
